1. Strategic Financial Management:

• Develop and implement the company’s financial strategy to support business growth and profitability.
• Partner with the CEO and other senior executives in shaping long-term business strategies.
• Ensure the financial plan aligns with the company’s overall goals, objectives, and market conditions.

2. Financial Planning and Analysis:

• Oversee the preparation and management of budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
• Analyze financial performance and identify areas for cost reduction, efficiency improvement, and profitability enhancement.
• Lead the financial planning process and ensure the accurate and timely completion of financial reports.

3. Cash Flow and Liquidity Management:

• Manage the company’s cash flow, ensuring sufficient liquidity for operations and investments.
• Implement strategies to optimize working capital and cash management.
• Monitor cash reserves, debt levels, and financial obligations, making recommendations to maintain financial health.

4. Financial Reporting and Compliance:

• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to stakeholders, including investors, regulatory bodies, and senior management.
• Oversee compliance with accounting standards (such as GAAP or IFRS) and financial regulations.
• Supervise audits and tax filings to ensure accuracy and adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.

5. Risk Management:

• Identify financial and operational risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Implement internal controls to safeguard company assets, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Assess and manage insurance, tax, and investment risks, providing recommendations for hedging and financial protection.

6. Investor Relations and Funding:

• Manage relationships with investors, banks, and other financial stakeholders.
• Lead fundraising efforts, including debt and equity financing, or strategic partnerships.
• Communicate the financial performance and strategic initiatives of the company to shareholders and investors.

7. Leadership and Team Management:

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, including accountants, analysts, and other financial professionals.
• Establish clear financial goals, performance metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs) for the finance department.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence within the finance team.

8. Corporate Governance:

• Ensure corporate governance standards are adhered to, including financial reporting, audits, and compliance processes.
• Advise the board of directors on financial matters, ensuring transparency and accountability in decision-making.
• Maintain strong relationships with external auditors, regulatory authorities, and financial institutions.

9. Cost Management and Operational Efficiency:

• Oversee cost control processes across departments, ensuring operational efficiencies and profitability.
• Provide financial oversight on capital expenditures and other strategic investments.
• Implement best practices in financial management and reporting to improve the company's financial performance.